Fringe (Or Tassel) Ending

[apelsinskal]

Hi all! I am going to make a four strand round braid (show leash) that I want to finish with a tassel - or fringe - don't know what it is called.

Which knot would be the best suitable? I don't want it to be large, just to secure the braiding and also the core.

The leash will end with a bead and after the bead the "tassel"

Attaching a couple of images - these are the kind of leashes I have today and now I am used to not having a loop

One of the leashes (actually the first one on the photo) I have is several years old so it seems also it's a functional solution. My dogs didn't like the chain so I have replaced with a nylon cord.

Another question - what kind of knot do you use for securing beads?

I recently got the book "Encyclopedia of Rawhide and Leather Braiding" but as a newbie it is easier to have a discussion about why and what.

3 mm roo lace is ordered from Australia, just waiting for shipment

So my plan is to begin with an O-ring and end with a tassel.

Edited November 18, 2015 by apelsinskal

[25b]

This book is a good start for the leash you're wanting to make...

http://www.amazon.com/Braiding-Fine-Leather-Techniques-Australian/dp/0870335448

[TwinOaks]

There are several tutorials at http://myriam.dakotabraiding.com

As far as the tassel, I think you could end the plaiting with a crown knot, Then, if needed, cover that with a turkshead or pineapple. If you want the knot to stay flat, check out the gaucho knots.

[apelsinskal]

Thank you! I have a lot to learn. I think I might order some paracord for trial and error. A little bit cheaper than roo lace =)

No on to checking out different knots!

[TwinOaks]

Just make sure you strip the core out of the paracord so that it lays flat. Of course, you CAN braid it with the core, but it'll lay and pull a bit differently than flat 'lace'.

[apelsinskal]

Oh, of course. Maybe faux suede cord would be better for training?